Abiola’s Son Reacts to Babangida's Admission That His Father Won June 12, 1993 Election

• Following Ibrahim Babangida's admission that MKO Abiola won the June 12, 1993 election, AbdulMumin Abiola expressed that he knew from a young age that his father had won
• AbdulMumin highlighted that the tragic event affected not just his family but also Nigerians as a whole
• He also appreciated Babangida's acknowledgement and his expression of remorse, noting that Babangida would have acted differently given another opportunity

Lagos, Nigeria – Following the admission by former military president Ibrahim Babangida that MKO Abiola won the June 12, 1993 election, AbdulMumin Abiola, son of the late MKO Abiola, has reacted to the statement.

In an interview with TVC on February 21, AbdulMumin expressed that he knew from a young age that his father had won the historic election.

Personal insights from AbdulMumin Abiola

“I was about 8 years in 1993, I knew my father won the election. I think everybody who was around him at that time knew too and felt the outpouring of joy in people's voices," AbdulMumin shared.

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He highlighted a particular passage in Babangida's book that touched him deeply:

“The part that touched me in IBB’s book was his acknowledgement that Abiola won the election and that he felt remorse. What happened was a tragic moment not just for the Abiola family but for Nigerians as a whole. I took it to heart that he said if he had another opportunity he would do things differently.”

AbdulMumin's reflections provide a personal perspective on the impact of the June 12 election and the lasting effects on the Abiola family and the nation.

See the video below:

June 12, 1993 presidential election

The June 12, 1993 presidential election in Nigeria was a notable moment in the country's history.

The election was held to return Nigeria to civilian rule after a period of military governance. Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) was widely believed to have won the election against Bashir Tofa of the National Republican Convention (NRC).

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However, the election was annulled by then-military President Ibrahim Babangida, citing electoral irregularities. This decision led to widespread protests and political unrest. Babangida eventually resigned, and Sani Abacha took over as the military head of state.

The annulment is considered one of the most controversial and regrettable events in Nigeria's political history. As recently admitted by IBB.

Peter Obi reacts after IBB admits MKO Abiola won June 12 election

Legit.ng earlier reported Peter Obi, former Governor of Anambra State and a prominent political figure, has reacted to former military president Ibrahim Babangida's admission that MKO Abiola won the June 12, 1993 presidential election.

In a statement made during an interview with TVC on February 21, Obi reflected on the significance of this acknowledgement and its implications for Nigeria's democracy.

Source: Legit.ng